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Very Good

#606 of 1,786 schools in TN

Top 34% in state

Jefferson Elementary

Elementary School · Jefferson County

321 W Broadway BLVD, Jefferson City, TN 37760

Enrollment

463

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Tennessee schools

#606 of 1,786

In Jefferson City

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#5 of 12

Jefferson County

Equity

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Jefferson Elementary

7.2/10

Elementary School in Jefferson City · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Jefferson Middle School

6.0/10

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5.5/10

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About Jefferson Elementary

Jefferson Elementary is a public elementary school in Jefferson City, TN, part of Jefferson County. Jefferson Elementary serves approximately 463 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Jefferson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #606 of 1,786 schools in TN.

Structured state assessment records for Jefferson Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.4
  • TN avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-0.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.8% (2025 TCAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.5% (2025 TCAP)
Math vs. State Avg+7.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.7 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 TCAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2025 TCAP)
vs. Expected+5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,648
Chronic Absenteeism21.4%

Jefferson Elementary — Students at Jefferson Elementary score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TN TCAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
39.2% (2025 TCAP)
ELA Proficiency 39.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.8% (2025 TCAP)

Based on 31 test records from TN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
38%
ELA
39%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
44%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
49%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
40%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
35%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
36.2%
ELA
39.8%
2025
Math
46.8%
ELA
45.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.

How Jefferson Elementary Compares

See how Jefferson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
66th percentile in TN
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

Location

321 W Broadway BLVD, Jefferson City, TN 37760

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jefferson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. New Market Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby New Market), which scores notably higher. Another option is Talbott Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Talbott), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Alpha Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Morristown), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jefferson City, see our Jefferson City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Jefferson Middle School Jefferson City 0.2 mi 6.0
Jefferson Co High School Dandridge 4.7 mi 5.5
Mount Horeb Elementary School Jefferson City 4.4 mi 6.9
New Market Elementary New Market 4.7 mi 8.5
Piedmont Elementary Dandridge 5.8 mi 7.9
Talbott Elementary Talbott 6.2 mi 8.2
Dandridge Elementary Dandridge 7.1 mi 8.1
Maury Middle School Dandridge 8.5 mi 7.0
Alpha Elementary Morristown 8.3 mi 8.2
Grainger Academy Rutledge 11.3 mi
Rutledge Middle School Rutledge 11.4 mi 6.5
Rutledge Elementary School Rutledge 11.5 mi 7.5
Joppa Elementary Rutledge 10.7 mi 7.7
LAKEWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY-LAKEWAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL White Pine 9.4 mi 5.2
Grainger Co Adult High Rutledge 11.7 mi
Rutledge Primary Rutledge 11.8 mi 7.4
West View Middle School Morristown 10.0 mi 7.0
Northview Junior Academy Kodak 11.6 mi 6.9
Northview Senior Academy Kodak 11.6 mi 6.7
Rush Strong Elementary Strawberry Plains 10.2 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 37760 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,626

Median Home Value

$233,900

Median Rent

$844/mo

Population

14,020

College Educated

29.5%

Homeownership

60.1%

Avg Commute

25.6 min

Poverty Rate

16.1%

Median Age

38

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Big Ridge Elementary School Hixson, TN 7.2
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E K Baker Elementary Athens, TN 7.2
Ellendale Elementary Bartlett, TN 7.2
Fairview Elementary Maryville, TN 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jefferson Elementary

What grades does Jefferson Elementary serve?

Jefferson Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Jefferson Elementary?

Jefferson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 463 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Elementary is 16:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jefferson Elementary rank in TN?

Jefferson Elementary ranks #606 of 1,786 schools in TN.

What is Jefferson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Jefferson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Jefferson Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jefferson Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Jefferson Elementary a charter school?

No, Jefferson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Jefferson Elementary a Title I school?

No, Jefferson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Jefferson County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

District

Jefferson County
District Enrollment
6,854
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,648
District Rank
#5 of 12

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